http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/-t1.htm Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:57:18 GMT 10 http://hitskin.com/themes/11/27/78/i_logo.png http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/-t1.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/speaking-and-listening-t99.htm angiehirst Speaking and Listening 1) Five things I will try to remember when in the class room from these sessions: • Articulation; making sure that all instructions are delivered with explicit clarity. • The importance of giving children the opportunity to effectively communicate with their peers and the effectiveness of giving them a clear and enjoyable task within which they can exercise this skill. • The street party task showed way of allowing children to explore empathy and ... Our first forum Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:57:18 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/speaking-and-listening-t99.htm#204 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/speaking-and-listening-t99.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/dear-diary-part-1-t35.htm kayzerthethird Kay Evans-Bentley’s Diary Tuesday 7th October 2008 Dear diary, It’s going to be one of those mornings. I could tell by the way my two daughters had started off their day by arguing about whose got whose leggings on. I had informed them that the label in Olivia’s leggings said aged 7-8 years and that Mia’s said aged 9-10 years but I might as well be talking to the brick wall. There was nothing I could say, Mia insisted she was wearing her own whereas Olivia was insisting that ... Our first forum Fri, 24 Oct 2008 09:09:27 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/dear-diary-part-1-t35.htm#52 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/dear-diary-part-1-t35.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/angela-s-thoughts-21-10-2008-t32.htm angiehirst Reflective Diary 21/10/2008 The recital of chapters from all our favourite children’s stories proved to be a lovely, reminiscent way to start the day. It was heart warming to hear the childlike excitement in the voices of those who, for a moment, would be drawn back into that magical land of fairies, witches, giants and wonder. Looking at the ‘Roald Dhal club’ which immerged from the session, it is truly amazing to think that the insane imaginations of two men (along with the help ... Our first forum Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:47:04 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/angela-s-thoughts-21-10-2008-t32.htm#49 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/angela-s-thoughts-21-10-2008-t32.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/senghtoi-s-thoughts-t14.htm Admin MY REFLECTIVE DIARY 9TH OCTOBER 2008 I started to write this yesterday but then got side-tracked by preparing for today’s lesson, which I missed because the cold that I managed to get from Tuesday got worse. So, this entry has taken even longer than expected! I will also be keeping this short, unlike my language story. The red-headed thief exercise really got me thinking about how speaking and writing English seems to have a different standard although the message being conveyed ... Our first forum Thu, 09 Oct 2008 21:24:06 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/senghtoi-s-thoughts-t14.htm#26 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/senghtoi-s-thoughts-t14.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/amanda-s-reflective-diary-t6.htm amandawoo Reflective Diary Tuesday 7th October I was not in the best of moods when I arrived at Culverhay yesterday, having walked up-hill for 25 minutes in the rain and wind, fighting with my umbrella every step of the way and then finding out that we were supposed to have printed our language stories out. I felt a little disorganised to say the least. Several members of the class complimented me on my language story and I felt bad that I hadn’t read all of their stories, although I am hoping ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:48:57 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/amanda-s-reflective-diary-t6.htm#9 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/amanda-s-reflective-diary-t6.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/angela-s-reflections-t13.htm Admin Reflective Diary 7th October 2008 The development of language throughout life is something which, judging by personal experience, could be addressed further in schools. By looking at the difference between spoken and written literature, although some differences may be first perceived as obvious, only by listening back and having a direct comparison of the two did all the more subtle differences stand out. What I found particularly interesting when the group recited The Red Headed Thief ... Our first forum Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:30:29 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/angela-s-reflections-t13.htm#22 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/angela-s-reflections-t13.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/ali-s-reflections-t12.htm Alice Walker Reflection: It is typical, after promising that I was going to write my reflection the moment I got home so as not to forget a thing, I didn’t! In fact I didn’t even do it this morning and instead have spent the day reading Philip Pullman and filling my head with Tennyson! Luckily, with the help of everyone else’s emails, the joys of the Red Headed Thief have returned. After looking at the personal language history lessons, I was impressed with how engaging most of the activities ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 16:57:07 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/ali-s-reflections-t12.htm#20 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/ali-s-reflections-t12.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/immalees-diary-of-the-day-t5.htm Immalee Immalee’s diary of the day Key Processes, Key Concepts, Primary 07 October 2008 I picked up Mel at 8. The fan on my car is broken and the windows steam up when it’s rainy, ugh horrid weather. I like driving in with someone to chat to. I had some disappointing machine hot chocolate. Why do I always think it’ll be nice? Stephen gave us a handout outlining a process for teaching personal language histories; we read through it and discussed how it would be to teach it, if it ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:37:00 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/immalees-diary-of-the-day-t5.htm#8 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/immalees-diary-of-the-day-t5.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/mel-s-thoughts-for-the-day-t11.htm Melissa Ricketts Today’s lesson built on the work we did last week on how language is developed. We began by discussing a plan for a series of lessons entitled, ‘A Personal Language History’, which was a series of tasks aimed to get children thinking about language usage and how it is acquired. I thought the tasks were well thought out and they got me thinking about tasks that would hold children’s attention and excite them. I especially liked the idea of discussing everyone’s names and what they ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:22:27 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/mel-s-thoughts-for-the-day-t11.htm#18 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/mel-s-thoughts-for-the-day-t11.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/pratiksha-s-reflective-diary-t10.htm pratiksha1 Reflective diary Yesterday morning began very wet and dull. I walked into class worried I had not read everyone’s language stories and also very conscious that I sent my story so late (sorry Sir). As everyone began walking in, it was a relief to hear other people were also behind with their reading. As I looked around the classroom I felt I really had begun to know my fellow course mates a lot better just from reading their stories. As we finished off our language posters and I ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:07:34 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/pratiksha-s-reflective-diary-t10.htm#17 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/pratiksha-s-reflective-diary-t10.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/robs-diary-entry-t8.htm robloaring Diary of yesterday’s thoughts In finding ways to attach our language stories to our posters, all of which I think are great, it was good to be thinking about how to present things in this way, being out of education for a while now and having limited school experience I find that I really enjoys these tasks as they get me thinking in these ways again. The language stories have given me an insight into my peers and have to agree with Jonathan on the value in doing them, it was interesting ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:07:20 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/robs-diary-entry-t8.htm#11 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/robs-diary-entry-t8.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/amanda-s-reflective-diary-t7.htm amandawoo Reflective Diary Tuesday 7th October I was not in the best of moods when I arrived at Culverhay yesterday, having walked up-hill for 25 minutes in the rain and wind, fighting with my umbrella every step of the way and then finding out that we were supposed to have printed our language stories out. I felt a little disorganised to say the least. Several members of the class complimented me on my language story and I felt bad that I hadn’t read all of their stories, although I am hoping ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:49:27 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/amanda-s-reflective-diary-t7.htm#10 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/amanda-s-reflective-diary-t7.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/diary-of-yesterday-t4.htm Joanna Moan Diary of Yesterday Story time was fantastic, I haven’t been read to for years, in fact I can’t remember the last time reading wasn’t something I did on the tube, bus, or at home in my own head. It made me think about how story telling is also an aural past time and how every day we tell our daily stories to other people, although mine aren’t as exciting as the Red Headed Thief! I love the drama of telling a story and the anticipation that can be conjured through language. I realised ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:08:56 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/diary-of-yesterday-t4.htm#7 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/diary-of-yesterday-t4.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/lyndsey-s-reflective-diary-t9.htm Lynziloo I must admit I didn't arrive for the lesson in the best frame of mind. After the usual mad dash to get out of the house (after sorting the puppy out), getting on the ring-road (after sorting the horse out) and finding a parking space near Culverhay I was running about 10 minutes late. I was dreading walking into class and interrupting everyone in full flow but to my immense relief people were up and about finishing off their language story displays. Phew! This gave me a chance to pick up what ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:36:41 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/lyndsey-s-reflective-diary-t9.htm#13 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/lyndsey-s-reflective-diary-t9.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/reflection-on-today-s-session-t1.htm Venetia Reflection on today The thought of walking into class today was actually a pretty daunting prospect. Having spent Sunday night engrossed in everyone’s language stories, I was pretty much in awe of the rest of my classmates, and a little concerned at their reactions to my comparatively dull attempt. Thankfully, as soon as I crossed the threshold, it was clear that these concerns were unnecessary. The first thing I learnt today is that all teachers are human (and not superhuman), even ... Our first forum Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:39:02 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/reflection-on-today-s-session-t1.htm#1 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/reflection-on-today-s-session-t1.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/reflective-diary-entry-t2.htm liane.klingbeil@bathspa.o Tuesday 7th October by Liane Klingbeil I really enjoyed the session today. The Red Headed Thief story was very captivating and I can understand why children would find it interesting and shocking. I hope to use it when teaching myself. It was interesting sitting on the carpet and assuming the viewpoint of the child. It made me think of how powerful a safe environment for a child can be and how a quiet, structured environment is conducive to learning. The story conjured up strong ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 10:51:47 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/reflective-diary-entry-t2.htm#2 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/reflective-diary-entry-t2.htm http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/diary-7-10-t3.htm Jon Jonathan Windsor PM116: 7th October 2008 Finishing off Language Story posters: It’s great that everyone’s story is in the classroom – I think the task has been an interesting way to get to know people, and revealing in a way that goes beyond first impressions. We finished our poster by popping a pocket for the individual stories to go in – the kind of improvisation that would be useful as a teacher in the classroom. Pupil’s Language History: Initially I was slightly intimidated ... Our first forum Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:09:11 GMT http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/diary-7-10-t3.htm#3 http://thehomeofsir.forumotion.net/our-first-forum-f1/diary-7-10-t3.htm